SOUTH Korea’s Acting President Choi Sang-mok on Wednesday urged government agencies, including the secret service, to avoid any physical confrontation during the process of arresting President Yoon Suk-yeol, who remains in his fortified compound. “Ensure that no harm comes to citizens, and avoid any unfortunate incidents such as physical clashes …
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RUSSIA said it has played an important role in promoting a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the two-state solution, Palestinian Ambassador to UN Riyad Mansour said on Wednesday. “They are the key players in trying to put an end to this war and to protect UNRWA. UNRWA is the …
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RUSSIAN units said it had eliminated more than 290 Ukrainian military in the border areas of the Kursk region within the past 24 hours. Russian Defence ministry said on Wednesday, that, they destroyed one tank, an armored personnel carrier and four armored combat vehicles. “During the day, the losses of …
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NICOLAS Sarkozy, former president of France, is facing trial over claims that his 2007 presidential campaign was funded illegally by Libya’s former leader Muammar Gaddafi. The trial, which began this week in Paris, has the potential to severely impact Sarkozy’s legacy. Sarkozy, who served as France’s president from 2007 to 2012, …
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IN a defining moment for Ghana’s democracy, President-elect John Dramani Mahama’s win in the 2024 presidential election marks a pivotal step in the country’s political journey. The peaceful nature of the election and the smooth transition of power, notably demonstrated by Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia’s graceful concession, reflect the strength and maturity …
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MUHOOZI Kainerugaba, Uganda’s military head and the son of long-serving President Yoweri Museveni, has caused a political uproar with a disturbing threat against opposition leader Bobi Wine. Kainerugaba, who is seen as the heir to his father’s regime, posted on social media Sunday evening, expressing his desire to behead Wine, accusing the …
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THE Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, has announced his resignation from office. Trudeau says he intends to step down as the country’s prime minister, after a new ruling party leader is chosen, the Agence France Presse (AFP) reported. “I intend to resign as party leader, as prime minister,” Trudeau, …
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THE escalating violence in Sudan has left eight civilians dead and 53 others injured following artillery shelling by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the capital, Khartoum, and El Fasher city in North Darfur State. The relentless conflict continues to exact a heavy toll on innocent lives as rival …
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US President, Joe Biden, will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 19 honourees on Saturday. The honour is the highest civilian Award in America and is bestowed to entertainers, athletes, politicians, and diplomats. Among those expected to receive it are singer and activist Bono, basketball legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson, …
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Zimbabwe has officially abolished the death penalty, joining a growing list of nations committed to ending what many consider an inhumane practice. This landmark decision comes nearly 20 years after the country carried out its last execution. The announcement was made on Tuesday by Martin Rushwaya, the chief secretary to …
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